LOWELL GANNON
Fort Lauderdale,Florida
Summary
Detail-oriented Permit Coordinator with 7 years of experience providing dedicated skills in permitting management, scheduling and assistance with for Dade , Broward and Palm Beach Counties. Organized to handle a high-intensity workload.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Permit Expediter
UnitedStateSolutions
03.2020 - Current
- Managed permit application submissions, resulting in faster approval times for clients.
- Resolved permitting issues promptly, minimizing delays for construction projects.
- Expedited permit approvals by effectively communicating project details to relevant authorities.
- Assisted clients in navigating complex permitting requirements, facilitating successful project completion.
- Organized and maintained permit files and records, ensuring easy access to relevant information when needed.
- Streamlined permit processes by coordinating with multiple departments and agencies.
- Coordinated training sessions for new Permit Coordinators to ensure consistent understanding of policies and procedures across the team.
- Liaised with various internal departments such as engineering, planning, and legal teams – contributing towards seamless cross-functional collaboration.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, suggesting new strategies for improving overall operations.
- Reviewed building plans and zoning permit applications to verify compliance with requirements such as bulk, placement and parking ratios.
Permit Expediter/Customer Service
Pride AC and Appliance
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Responsibilities included reviewing applications, submitting applications and securing completed permits for customers
- Dealt with any issues that required immediate attention at city level
- Other duties included setting up inspections with inspectors and clients.
- Conducted thorough permit research, identifying potential roadblocks and addressing them proactively.
- Improved permit application processing times by streamlining workflows and implementing efficient procedures.
- Trained new Permitting Coordinators on company processes, ensuring consistent performance across the team.
- Maintained a strong working knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to permits, ensuring that all applications were in compliance.
- Reduced errors in permit applications by establishing quality control measures for documentation review.
- Responded to in-person and telephone requests for information from general public, attorneys and other involved parties.
Permit Expediter
Sound Advice Audio
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Permit Expediter for a high-end audio and video company
- Also handled low voltage electric
- Territory included the Tri-County area
- Responsible for all permits from submission to completion.
- Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
- Evaluated vendor performance, identifying areas for improvement and recommending changes as necessary.
Education
Skills
- Inside/outside permitting skills
- Computer literate
- Team player
- Works well under pressure
- Excellent verbal and written skills
- Strong people skills
- Deadline Management
- Document Management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Document Preparation
Activities
- Past president of several boards in the local community
- Honored as Man of The Year three consecutive times
Personal Information
Title: Permit Expediter/Coordinator
Timeline
Permit Expediter
UnitedStateSolutions
03.2020 - Current
Permit Expediter/Customer Service
Pride AC and Appliance
01.2018 - 01.2020
Permit Expediter
Sound Advice Audio
01.2016 - 01.2018